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09 July 2026

Swan Bites is our weekly College bulletin for parents and carers – it is published every Thursday.
We welcome any feedback or comments via: enquiries@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

College Notices

For all those who received our Swan Bites email, please accept our apologies for the incorrect date in the subject line!

Deadline Extended: Autumn Term 2026 Enrichment Activity Selection

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Parents and carers are asked to help their child select their Enrichment Activity choices for the Autumn term. An email with full details was sent on Friday, 19 June 2026. 

📅 Deadline for selections: 09:00 Monday, 13 July 2026

You can view the full list of available activities here:
Swanmore College | Enrichment Options

Selections should be made through School Buddy:
Schools Buddy Website

If you need help accessing School Buddy or submitting choices, please contact:
enrichment-help@swanmore-sec.hants.sch.uk

A Massive Thank You to Our Amazing SwanFest Volunteers!

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We would like to say a huge thank you to our incredible pupil volunteers who helped make SwanFest such a fantastic success on Saturday!

Our team of volunteers ran the Face Painting and Festival Market Tent and ran it all brilliantly. From gorgeous face painting designs to festival glitter and glitter tattoos, they brought so much colour, joy, sparkle and festival vibes to the entire day.

We were very impressed by how professional, patient and enthusiastic our pupils were, especially with the younger children who came to have their faces painted. These children left the tent absolutely delighted with their transformations, and everyone on site loved adding a bit of festival sparkle to their day!

Events like SwanFest simply couldn't happen without the dedication of our community. To every pupil who gave up their Saturday to volunteer, paint, glitter and represent us so brilliantly: a massive thank you. You did yourselves proud, raised vital funds for charity and put smiles on so many faces.

London Science Museum Trips

We are looking forward to next week's trips to the London Science Museum! Our pupils will explore one of the UK's most exciting museums and it promises to be a fantastic day of learning beyond the classroom.

Parents and carers of pupils attending should have received an email earlier this week. This contains essential updates, including:

  • Travel arrangements

  • What to bring

  • Collection details

Please take a few minutes to read this information carefully before your child's trip.

A copper-coloured Apollo command module spacecraft is displayed on a raised platform inside a museum gallery. The capsule features multiple windows, external panels and visible mechanical components around the upper hatch. A white barrier surrounds the exhibit. Large windows, display cases, structural columns and another suspended aircraft exhibit are visible in the background of the gallery.

Year 7

There are no specific College items for Year 7 only.

Year 8

There are no specific College items for Year 8 only.

Year 9

There are no specific College items for Year 9 only.

Year 10

Work Experience

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We would like to wish all our Year 10 pupils the very best as they begin their work experience placements next week. It's a fantastic opportunity to put their skills into practice in a real working environment, build confidence and explore future career pathways.

Year 11

Official Prom Photography

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Continue Your DofE Journey

 

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If you've enjoyed completing your Duke of Edinburgh Awards at Swanmore College and are thinking about taking the next step, you can continue with your Gold DofE Award through the Eastleigh Open DofE Centre, based in Bishopstoke.

To find out more about the centre and how to get started, please contact Mrs Illsley at:
eastleighopendofe@gmail.com

Next Week’s Events

Monday, 13 July 2026

  • Science Museum trip, London
  • Girls Cricket vs. Deer Park (H)

Tuesday, 14 July 2026

  • Science Museum trip, London
  • Y7/Y8 Girls Tennis vs. Bitterne Park (A)
  • Y8 Boys Tennis vs. Bitterne Park (A)

Wednesday, 15 July 2026

  • No fixtures/events

Thursday, 16 July 2026

  • Science Museum trip, London
  • Y9 Olympic Legacy Challenge at Perins

Friday, 17 July 2026

  • DofE Silver: Assessed Expedition (17-19 July)

Community Notices

British Army: Autumn Careers Webinars

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The British Army runs regular online sessions for schools, career leaders, and families to help pupils understand future options.

Virtual Arms and Service: 7 Career Streams

Not sure what an Army career really looks like today? Join us to explore the opportunities, hear real insights, and discover options you may not have considered. It’s a chance to build confidence, challenge perceptions, and better support informed choices.

British Army Insights: Parent Voices

Join us for an informative session designed to give parents and carers clarity, support and confidence about the opportunities the British Army offers young people.

Breaking down the Army Assessment

Preparing for the Army Assessment Centre can feel daunting – but it doesn’t have to be. Join our free online event where we break down the Army Assessment Centre step by step, explain what really happens on the day, and show you how to prepare with confidence.

 

Careers Insights: RAF HR Specialist Virtual Event

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During the session, you'll learn about the role, training, qualifications and opportunities available, as well as having the chance to ask your own questions in a live Q and A.

📅 Event Details

  • Date: Tuesday, 11 August 2026
  • Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
  • Location: Online
  • Cost: Free

What you'll find out:

  • Meet members of the RAF team
  • Learn what life in the RAF is really like
  • Ask questions during a live Q and A
  • Discover how the role works, including CIPD qualifications and future career opportunities

Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.

For more details and information on how to book your place, click here: RAF HR Virtual Insight Event

Please note that any external clubs / events that are advertised here are not endorsed by or directly affiliated with Swanmore College in any way.

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